Log Replacement

Adirondack Log Home Services has replaced many logs in homes throughout New Hampshire, Vermont and New York throughout the years. We know all the methods of construction of log homes and replicate the same processes in replacing the logs. There are many reasons a log may rot and we assess why certain logs are more susceptible to rot and take measures to keep any recurrences.

Identifying the rot can be done in a few different ways. Tapping on the logs with a hammer is a great way to find the logs that have begun to rot but shows no visual signs. A log that has begun to rot will have a distinctive hollow sound and the recoil of the hammer will be more springy. A visual inspection may show greying and/or insect holes.

The most susceptible areas are below the windows, logs closer to the foundation, and the ends of logs.

Other reasons logs rot out include:

Shrubs planted too close to the home

Lack of rain gutters or improper installation

Chinking and caulking failure

Short roof over-hangs

Flat surfaces on the top of logs

Logs not treated

Door and window trim improperly installed

Vine growth

Flashing failure

Decks and porches improperly flashed

Improper venting in the crawl-space

Lack of maintenance

It’s important to replace logs as soon as as the rot is discovered. Rot will continue to spread for as long as it’s left untreated and will become exceedingly more expensive with each season.

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